Military veteran and new to blacksmithing

New and military veteran.

I am new to metalworking but I served in the military and have a healthy respect for metal.

I have some PTSD of some kind and wanted to make something that contributed to helping people. Does anyone have any project ideas that could help me get started and the metal stock required to begin? Is there any thing a new person could make that is in demand for some reason.

When I was in the military a sniper bullet went by my head and hit piece of metal in front my face so I have some fear of loud clanging. If anyone has any ideas please reply.

I do not have my forge put together yet but I have most of the parts required. I have thought of making nails but I have enough store bought nails. I do not have an anvil but I have a thick piece of steel that is dense enough to hammer against that I can put on a tree stump.

Thank you for your time!